Connecticut raked in $23 million worth of cannabis this May, NBC reports. And that figure isn’t an aberration. The raw figures show that money earned from adult-use cannabis sales increased monthly this year. In April, Connecticut earned $21 million from legal cannabis sales. Of the $23 million total earned in May, $11.5 million came from recreational sales, … [Read more...] about Connecticut Sells $23 Million Worth of Cannabis in May
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Connecticut records $23 million in cannabis sales in May
NBC Connecticut Nearly $23 million in legal cannabis sales was recorded in the month of May - an increase from April. The state Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) recorded approximately $21 million in adult-use cannabis and medical marijuana sales last month. Of the $23 million total in May, $11.5 million came from adult-use sales and $11.2 million came from … [Read more...] about Connecticut records $23 million in cannabis sales in May
Connecticut’s 1st recreational cannabis delivery business now open
MANCHESTER, Conn. (WTNH) — Five months after recreational marijuana sales became legal in Connecticut, people can now get their weed delivered to their homes. “We are the last mile part of the whole cannabis delivery system,” Jack Cochran, the owner of Green Coach Delivery, said. It’s the first licensed cannabis delivery service in the state. Using unmarked … [Read more...] about Connecticut’s 1st recreational cannabis delivery business now open
Groton receives two cannabis applications
Groton ― The Town of Groton, which recently passed new regulations allowing cannabis establishments in certain zones, has received two applications. Curaleaf Groton LLC., which runs a medical marijuana dispensary at 79 Gold Star Highway, is proposing to convert the dispensary into a hybrid retailer with both medical marijuana and adult-use recreational marijuana. “Curaleaf … [Read more...] about Groton receives two cannabis applications
Hempocalypse Now: The Tale Of HB6699 & The Rise Of High-THC Hemp Products
In a twist of the legislative lingo of Connecticut's HB6699, this mind-bending bill unleashes a whole new category dubbed "High-THC Hemp Products," throwing them into the wacky world of weed. Who would have thought? Buckle up, because these products are about to get hit with a barrage of licensing and regulatory requirements. We're talking exclusive sales through licensed … [Read more...] about Hempocalypse Now: The Tale Of HB6699 & The Rise Of High-THC Hemp Products
Cannabis Food Manufacturing Application Hearing Continued to June 26
WESTBROOK The Zoning Commission will hold a continuation of a public hearing on June 26 over an application to open a cannabis food manufacturing business at 1244 Old Clinton Road. The public hearing will start at 7 p.m. at Town Hall. Last month the Zoning Commission opened a hearing over an application from Emerald Canning Partners LLC and Adams Avenue Asset Management that, … [Read more...] about Cannabis Food Manufacturing Application Hearing Continued to June 26
Westbrook Resident Application to Ban Retail Cannabis to Be Debated June 26
At a Zoning Commission Meeting on May 22, the commission accepted an application from two citizens for a zoning text amendment to prohibit retail cannabis stores in the neighborhood Commercial District (NCD). A public hearing will be held on June 26. In response to a controversial application that allowed for a retail marijuana store to open in Westbrook, two residents have … [Read more...] about Westbrook Resident Application to Ban Retail Cannabis to Be Debated June 26
Can you use cannabis at Connecticut beaches?
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — With sales of recreational marijuana in the millions each month in Connecticut, and Memorial Day weekend in full swing, you’ll want to check the laws before using cannabis at the beach. Recreational cannabis sales began in the state in January, bringing in a flurry of customers. But, just because it is now legal for any adult to buy the products, … [Read more...] about Can you use cannabis at Connecticut beaches?
Public Hearing for Westbrook Cannabis Store Postponed
WESTBROOK A public hearing over a request to modify conditions for a recently approved cannabis store has been postponed. The Zoning Commission, citing lack of notice, made the decision to table the hearing at its May 22 meeting. The next meeting will be June 26. In January, the Zoning Commission approved an application from BUDR Holding 3 LLC to open a retail cannabis store at … [Read more...] about Public Hearing for Westbrook Cannabis Store Postponed
CT House acts to remove more cannabis convictions from criminal records
HARTFORD — In a follow-up to the 2021 law legalizing adult-use cannabis, the House of Representatives on Thursday overwhelmingly approved further measures to remove marijuana possession from criminal records. While the original recreational cannabis bill included requirements for erasing past records, Chief State's Attorney Patrick Griffin this year told lawmakers that … [Read more...] about CT House acts to remove more cannabis convictions from criminal records
